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CV driveshaft protection from sticks that may puncture the rubber boot

Rear sway bar for lateral stability

Superior terrain capability

The Gator™ XUV Crossover Series Utility Vehicle has a precision-engineered drivetrain system that fully utilizes engine power, optimizing acceleration, hauling, towing, and hill-climbing capabilities. Power is transmitted from the engine through a continuously-variable clutch system to the transaxle.

Key elements of the drive system include:

Variable-speed drive

The variable-speed drive consists of two clutches and a drive belt:

Drive clutch is attached to the engine.

Driven clutch is attached to the transaxle.

Features include:

The engine braking system utilizes a tight belt for operation, requiring an idler sleeve on the primary clutch for neutral. The secondary clutch is a build-on-shaft design that utilizes a cam to tune the acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle. The clutch will stay engaged, providing deceleration until approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).

The continuously variable transmission (CVT) air intake draws in 50 percent more air versus previous designs to reduce heat and the amount of water ingestion into the CVT system. The system will reduce belt slippage and improve durability.

A low- and high-speed forward gear offering:

Low range is 0 km/h to 47 km/h (0 mph to 29 mph), XUV835

Low range is 0 km/h to 24 km/h (0 mph to 15 mph), XUV865

High range is 0 km/h to 72 km/h (0 mph to 45 mph), XUV835

High range is 0 km/h to 51 km/h (0 mph to 32 mph), XUV865

Ability to creep along slowly to maneuver in tight spaces

Standard full-clutch enclosure with high speed fan provides longer belt and clutch life

High-ratio clutches with three cam weights for maximum belt-clamp load in high torque conditions

NOTE: Delivery and torque to the ground depends on tire size, which is a function of nominal size and pressure. How the variable-speed drive works:

As engine speed increases, the spring-loaded drive clutch is closed by weights being forced out by centrifugal force.

As the drive clutch closes, the belt rides up to the largest diameter of the drive clutch and forces open the driven clutch.

With the belt running in the smallest diameter of the driven clutch, the speed being transferred to the transaxle is increased.

The driven clutch is designed to sense varying loads (inclines, mud, etc.) and constantly adjusts drive speed upward or downward so that engine rpm remains optimal.

On-demand true four-wheel drive (4WD) system with an auto-locking front differential and dash-mounted electronic rocker switch is best in class. When the rocker switch is in the on 4WD position, the front differential will automatically lock for extra traction when needed, but when the rocker switch is in the off two-wheel drive (2WD) position, the vehicle will remain in 2WD.

Attachment-ready electrical system

On M- and R-trim vehicles, adding attachments and accessories is made easier by the inclusion of some main wiring harnesses that facilitate efficient hook-up.

Equipped with power steering

This Gator™ XUV Crossover Utility Vehicle is equipped with power steering and a dual A-arm front suspension. These automotive-type systems exhibit excellent handling characteristics, as well as responsive steering and low steering effort:

A warning/functional light on the instrument panel provides self-diagnostics and a warning light in the situation of no assist.

Torque sensor measures steering wheel input so the on-board computer can provide the appropriate output for various driving situations.

With the EPAS system, the operator maintains a direct mechanical linkage from the steering wheel to the front wheels. The power steering system interfaces mechanically with the steering system by being inserted between the steering wheel and the rack-and-pinion assembly.

A differential torque sensor is integrated into the power steering assembly. The circuit board assembly is also integral with the power steering assembly.

Power steering does not reduce turning radius but significantly reduces steering effort by approximately 85 percent compared to models without power steering.

R trim details

The R trim is cab only and comes with a tan interior and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) as standard equipment. Electrical wiring for increased flexibility for attachments also comes standard.

Headliner is standard

Tan cloth 40/60 bench seat

Standard light-emitting diode (LED) headlights with high and low beams